TV & Film

TV & Film

Nadia reflects on nine years with Nayeem

Touted as one of the sweetest couples in showbiz, FS Nayeem and Nadia celebrated nine wonderful years of marriage on January 14. While Nayeem has been winning hearts with his impressive performances on OTT platforms, Nadia has made her mark with her performance in television dramas and her talent as a dancer. 

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Priyanka Chopra to star alongside Jonas Brothers in a festive film

This heartwarming festive film promises to bring even more joy to fans of Priyanka Chopra and the Jonas family during the 2025 holiday season.

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Justin Baldoni accuses Ryan Reynolds of using a ‘Deadpool’ character to ridicule him

In a recent twist in the ongoing legal dispute between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively, the actor has accused Ryan Reynolds of intentionally creating the character Nicepool in “Deadpool & Wolverine” as a means to demean and target him. Baldoni claims the character was designed as a direct effort to mock, intimidate, and publicly humiliate the actor.

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M Night Shyamalan’s ‘Servant’ sparks $81m copyright dispute

M Night Shyamalan is facing a copyright infringement trial, accused of copying key elements from an independent film to create his Apple TV+ series, “Servant”. Italian-born filmmaker Francesca Gregorini has sued Shyamalan and Apple, seeking $81 million, alleging that the show borrows from her 2013 film, “The Truth About Emanuel”.

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Maksud Hossain earns spot at Berlinale Talents

Young Bangladeshi filmmaker Maksud Hossain has been selected for Berlinale Talents, a prestigious platform under the Berlin International Film Festival that recognises emerging filmmakers, producers, actors, cinematographers, and industry professionals making strides in their respective fields.

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DIFF Day 5: Runa Khan starrer ‘Neel Poddo’ to screen today

The 23rd Dhaka International Film Festival (DIFF) commenced last Saturday (January 11) to showcase 220 films from 75 countries across 10 categories. This year the festival includes 44 Bangladeshi films.

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Oscar nominations announcement rescheduled again

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has delayed the Oscar 2025 nominations announcement for a second time due to the Los Angeles wildfires. Initially, the voting period was extended by two days to provide members with more time, moving the announcement to January 19.

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I am a director’s artiste: Runa Khan

The National Award winner believes that playing the titular role in any film is a great honour and a matter of immense joy for any artiste. “It feels incredibly fulfilling when you have the opportunity to play the lead role. I am both happy and excited to witness the audience’s reaction.”

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Vicky Zahed’s ‘Chokro’ returns with new season

This project also marked Tawsif Mahbub’s OTT debut, which received an enthusiastic response from viewers. “My very first OTT project is getting a spin-off, which means the audience loved it. I’m thankful to them. My TV drama debut was with ‘All Time Dourer Upor’, and now ‘Chokro’ on OTT. These first projects will always be special to me.”

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Aamir Khan’s ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’ should be celebrated: Tom Hanks

“Laal Singh Chaddha” reimagines “Forrest Gump” in the heart of Punjab, where Aamir Khan takes on the titular role. Kareena Kapoor stars as his love interest, a counterpart to Robin Wright’s character, with supporting roles by Naga Chaitanya, Manav Vij, and Mona Singh.

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Nabila returns to her root

Nabila concluded with an invitation to viewers, stating, “Tune in to our show to discover, learn, and appreciate Bangladesh’s traditional dishes in a fresh way. The programme will be available on Maasranga Television and the YouTube channels of Maasranga TV and Radhuni.”

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Three directors to helm Lego's new live-action series with Universal

The Lego Group has brought on board directors Jake Kasdan, Patty Jenkins, and Joe Cornish to direct a trio of live-action films under Universal Pictures, as reported by Deadline.

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Warner Bros explores ‘Game of Thrones’ film as HBO expands fantasy franchise

Warner Bros has been quietly working on a film set in George RR Martin’s fantasy world as HBO/Max and Warner Bros start merging their major fantasy franchises.

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‘Stree 2’ hits Bangladeshi theatres today

This week marked a significant milestone for the Bollywood film "Stree 2," as the distribution company, The Abhi Kathachitra, secured final clearance for its release. The film therefore hits theatres nationwide starting today, inviting audiences back into its much-anticipated story.

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Francis Ford Coppola to receive 2025 AFI Life Achievement Award

The AFI Life Achievement Award is given each year to an artiste who has accumulated an exemplary career in the film industry. Other recent recipients include Nicole Kidman, John Williams, Denzel Washington, Diane Keaton, and Julie Andrews.

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Tributes pour in for Masud Ali Khan

Masud Ali Khan passed away peacefully at his residence on Green Road today afternoon, leaving behind a legacy woven with memorable performances that will live on in the hearts of his admirers.

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Netflix’s ‘Nayanthara: Beyond The Fairy Tale’ sets premiere date

The documentary “Nayanthara: Beyond the Fairy Tale” is scheduled for a special release on November 18, coinciding with lady superstar Nayanthara's birthday. Featuring her husband, Vignesh Shivan, the film also includes appearances by her colleagues from the South, such as Vijay Sethupathi, Rana Daggubati, Tamannaah Bhatia, and others.

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Masud Ali Khan no more

Ekushey Padak-winning veteran artiste Masud Ali Khan has passed away, as confirmed by a relative to The Daily Star. The beloved actor reportedly died around 4:20pm.

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